著者

Qiuchen Huang Desheng Li Noriyo Yokotsuka Yuying Zhang Hitomi Ubukata Ming Huo Hitoshi Maruyama

出版者

理学療法科学学会

雑誌

Journal of Physical Therapy Science (ISSN:09155287)

巻号頁・発行日

vol.25, no.7, pp.811-813, 2013 (Released:2013-08-20)

参考文献数

7

被引用文献数

6 20

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[Purpose] The purpose of this this study was to examine the immediate effects of intervention of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF), neuromuscular joint facilitation (NJF) and NJF+pelvic floor muscle (PFM) exercise. [Subjects] Thirteen young people (5 males, 8 females) who had chronic low back pain on one side for more than 6 months. [Methods] Subjects were asked to lie on their sides with the painful side uppremost. The subjects received PNF, and NJF, NJF+PFM exercise treatments. The changes in the cross-sectional area of the multifidusmuscle were measured using ultrasonography. [Results] The cross-sectional area of the multifidus muscle of NJF+PFM group showed the largest increases on both the sides with and without pain. [Conclusion] Our results show that chronic low back pain can be improved by a combination of PFM exercise and the NJF pattern.

著者

Sung Hwun Kang Cheol Woo Kim Young Il Kim Kwi Baek Kim Sung Soo Lee Ki ok Shin

出版者

理学療法科学学会

雑誌

Journal of Physical Therapy Science (ISSN:09155287)

巻号頁・発行日

vol.25, no.7, pp.895-900, 2013 (Released:2013-08-20)

参考文献数

30

被引用文献数

1 16

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[Purpose] Balance is generally defined as the ability to maintain the body’s center of gravity within its base of support and may be categorized by either static or dynamic balance. The purpose of the present study was to evaluate the effect of 8 weeks of balance training on strength, and the functional balance ability of elite weightlifters. [Subjects] Thirty-two elite weightlifters were recruited for the present study. They were divided into exercise groups (8 high school students, 8 middle school students) and control groups (8 high school students, 8 middle school students). [Methods] Body compositions were measured by the electrical impedance method, and a Helmas system was used to measure basic physical capacities. The muscular function test was conducted using a Cybex 770. [Results] There were no significant changes in body composition after the training. In contrast, significant changes were found in the number of push-ups, one-leg standing time with eyes closed, and upper body back extension. Interestingly, only the left arm external rotation value after the exercise training program showed a statistically significant difference from the baseline value. [Conclusion] The peak torque values of shoulder internal rotation and knee extension were significantly changed compared to the baseline values, which mean subjects showed balance of their muscular power. Therefore, the results of the present study suggest that an 8-week balance-training program would positively affect elite weightlifters’ balance ability and flexibility. We think that well-balanced muscular functionality may enhance athletes’ sport performance.

著者

Rasmi Muammer Şule Demi̇rbaş Kiymet Muammer Yasemi̇n Yildirim Osman Hayran

出版者

理学療法科学学会

雑誌

Journal of Physical Therapy Science (ISSN:09155287)

巻号頁・発行日

vol.25, no.3, pp.263-266, 2013-03-25 (Released:2013-05-10)

参考文献数

31

被引用文献数

1 2

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[Purpose] The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between depressive symptoms and physical performance of mothers of children with different types of disability. [Subjects] Twenty-three mothers of children with mental and motor retardation, 21 mothers of children with Down syndrome, 16 mothers of children with motor retardation, 12 mothers of children with mental retardation, and 20 mothers of healthy children were included in this study. [Method] Depressive symptoms were evaluated using the Beck Depression Inventory. Physical performance was evaluated using the Fifty-Foot Walk, and the Sit to Stand and Bend Forward Tests. [Results] There were statistically significant differences among the groups in depression score, walking velocity, balance and endurance. Walking velocity and balance ability were found to have an effect on mean Beck depression scores. [Conclusions] All mothers should be supported psychologically and physically, especially those who have children with mental and motor retardation.

著者

Rie Nakazawa Yasuhiro Endo Masaaki Sakamoto

出版者

理学療法科学学会

雑誌

Journal of Physical Therapy Science (ISSN:09155287)

巻号頁・発行日

vol.25, no.7, pp.775-777, 2013 (Released:2013-08-20)

参考文献数

12

被引用文献数

2 2

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[Purpose] The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between trunk stability and injury among young soccer players. [Subjects and Methods] The subjects were 19 male soccer players in junior high school. The presence of injury was noted, and trunk stability was measured by using the bench test and sideways bench test, which were modified from “The 11+” exercises. [Results] There was no significant difference in endurance time in the bench test or sideways bench test between the injury group (n=9) and non-injury group (n=10). Comparison within each group revealed no significant difference in endurance time between the right and left sideways bench tests in the non-injury group; however, the time in the left sideways bench test was significantly longer than that in the right in the injury group. [Conclusion] This study suggests that there is a relationship between asymmetric trunk stability and injury. Further research investigating the relationship between asymmetric trunk function and balance skills is necessary.

著者

Kang Sung Lee Eunhye Ko Chae Gil Lim

出版者

理学療法科学学会

雑誌

Journal of Physical Therapy Science (ISSN:09155287)

巻号頁・発行日

vol.25, no.3, pp.337-340, 2013-03-25 (Released:2013-05-10)

参考文献数

21

被引用文献数

2 2

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[Purpose] The aim of this study was to investigate the EMG amplitude of the gluteus maximus (GMax) and medius (GMed) during 6 exercises with and without a pelvic belt. [Subjects] Twenty healthy males were recruited. [Methods] The belt was positioned below the anterior superior iliac spine. Surface EMG was used to measure the GMax and GMed activity of the dominant limb during exercise. The percentage of the EMG amplitude relative to maximal voluntary isometric contraction was analyzed with a mixed within-between subjects analysis of variance (ANOVA). [Results] This study showed significantly increased GMax activity in the pelvic belt condition as a main effect. However, there was no significant effect on GMed activity except with the hip clam. [Conclusion] The pelvic belt significantly improved GMax activity during exercises in contrast to the GMed activity. When treating people with weakness of gluteal muscles, the functional specific exercises with a pelvic belt have the beneficial effect of associated muscle strengthening.

著者

Tomonori Tatsumi

出版者

理学療法科学学会

雑誌

Journal of Physical Therapy Science (ISSN:09155287)

巻号頁・発行日

vol.25, no.5, pp.545-552, 2013-05-25 (Released:2013-06-29)

参考文献数

39

被引用文献数

2 7

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[Purpose] The world of competitive sports has its own unique subculture which at times works towards covering up psychological problems faced by athletes with injuries. The purpose of this study was to develop an “Athletic Injury Psychological Acceptance Scale (AIPAS)” to screen athletes for serious psychological problems resulting from injury. [Subjects] A total of 189 subjects responded to the survey, of which 168 (mean age= 19.93 years; average number of days unable to participate in sports= 71.84 days, SD = 88.01 days) valid responses were subjected to analysis. [Methods] A provisional version of the AIPAS was created from question items based on face-to-face subject interviews and content validity testing by specialists. In order to test criterion-related validity of the AIPAS, subjects were asked to complete indices that would serve as an external criterion. For this purpose, indices that measure athletic rehabilitation dedication and time perspective were designed. [Results] Item analysis of the provisional AIPAS was conducted to confirm the discrimination of each item. Exploratory factor analysis identified “Self-motivation” and “Focus on the Present” as two factors of the provisional scale. Confirmatory factor analysis supported these results. The Cronbach’s alpha was used to measure the internal consistency. Since α=0.81, the reliability of the scale was confirmed. A significant correlation was found between AIPAS and external indices, indicating criterion-related validity. [Conclusion] AIPAS is a reliable and valid scale composed of two subscales.

著者

Jooyeon Ko Ji-Hea Woo Jin-Gang Her

出版者

The Society of Physical Therapy Science

雑誌

Journal of Physical Therapy Science (ISSN:09155287)

巻号頁・発行日

vol.23, no.2, pp.255-258, 2011 (Released:2011-06-24)

参考文献数

22

被引用文献数

14 28

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[Purpose] To determine inter-rater and intra-rater reliability using video recordings, and the concurrent validity of the Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS). [Subjects] The subjects who were assessed were 71 children with cerebral palsy (CP; 46 boys, 25 girls) who were divided into three age groups according to the GMFCS guidelines; 0-2 years, 2-4 years, and 4-6 years. [Methods] Eleven pediatric physical therapists rated 71 video recordings of children with CP to test inter-rater reliability. Two of them rescored the same video recordings to test intra-rater reliability at an interval of one month. Concurrent validity was evaluated by comparing GMFCS levels with the subscale of the Pediatric Evaluation of Disability Inventory (PEDI) such as self-care, mobility, and social ability. [Results] By age group, inter-rater reliability was high (ICC = 0.994, 0.993, and 0.996 respectively). Intra-rater reliability was also high (ICC = 0.972-0.996), and correlation was higher between GMFCS level and the mobility domain of PEDI than between GMFCS level and non-motor domains of PEDI. [Conclusion] This study confirmed the reliability and validity of the GMFCS, supporting its use in clinical practice and research.

著者

Youngsang Ryu Hyolyun Roh

出版者

理学療法科学学会

雑誌

Journal of Physical Therapy Science (ISSN:09155287)

巻号頁・発行日

vol.24, no.7, pp.585-588, 2012 (Released:2012-09-29)

参考文献数

15

被引用文献数

3

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[Purpose] The purpose of this study was to investigate the changes in the muscle activities of the neck, trunk, and lower extremities when an unstable base of support and a stable base of support were used in bridging exercises. [Subjects] The subjects of this study were 14 persons in their twenties (9 Males, 5 Females, 23.3 years old, 168.7 cm, and 70.0 kg). [Methods] The subjects performed an ordinary bridging position (stable base) and a bridging position with a dynamic ball cushion (unstable base). The muscular activities of the longissimus capitis and sternocleidomastoid in the neck, the erector spinae and rectus abdominis in the trunk, the rectus femoris and lateral hamstring in the thigh, and the tibialis anterior and lateral head of the gastrocnemius in the lower leg were measured using surface electromyography. [Results] The erector spinae, lateral hamstring and gastrocnemius activities were significantly higher on the unstable base of support than on the stable one. [Conclusion] Activity of muscle groups varies according to the stability of the base of support during bridging exercises. Therefore, conducting bridging exercises with lumbar pain patients requires a gradual change from a stable to an unstable base of support.

著者

Zübeyir Sari Nilüfer Kablan Bahar Özgül Onur Aydogdu Eren Timurtas Fatih Tütüncüoglu Saadet Ufuk Yurdalan Mine Gülden Polat

出版者

理学療法科学学会

雑誌

Journal of Physical Therapy Science (ISSN:09155287)

巻号頁・発行日

vol.24, no.7, pp.577-580, 2012 (Released:2012-09-29)

参考文献数

14

被引用文献数

1

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[Purpose] This study investigated the effects of holographic wristbands on strength, balance and flexibility. [Subjects and Methods] The study included 43 healthy university students, 15 females (34.88%) and 28 males (65.12%), attending the Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation at Marmara University. The age of the participants ranged from 19 to 27 (mean age 21.2 ± 1.7 years). Strength, balance with eyes open, balance with eyes closed and flexibility were evaluated under four different conditions of wearing holographic EFX®, PWX® and placebo wristbands, and no wristband. [Results] In evaluations of strength, balance with eyes are open, balance with eyes closed and flexibility, a significant difference was observed in favor of the placebo wristband compared to the PWX® wristband. For the other tests, holographic wristbands had no effect on strength, flexibility or balance with eyes closed. [Conclusion] It was concluded that holographic wristbands, which are marketed asergogenic aids, have no effect on strength, balance or flexibility.

著者

Yong Hyun Kwon Jung Won Kwon Sang Young Park Mi Young Lee Sung Ho Jang Chung Sun Kim

出版者

The Society of Physical Therapy Science

雑誌

Journal of Physical Therapy Science (ISSN:09155287)

巻号頁・発行日

vol.23, no.4, pp.635-638, 2011 (Released:2011-09-22)

参考文献数

23

被引用文献数

1

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[Purpose] Pusher syndrome, which is a disorder of postural balance that occurs in hemiparetic stroke patients, is characterized by a particular tendency to strongly push toward the hemiparetic side. The purpose of this study was to investigate whether stroke patients with pusher syndrome have ideomotor apraxic behavior. [Subjects] Fifteen stroke patients with pusher syndrome and 31 stroke patients without pusher syndrome were recruited. [Methods] All subjects were tested with two tests assessing ideomotor apraxia of movements of the upper and lower limbs. Each test included 12 items of movements, which required the subjects to reproduce movements by imitation after presentation. [Results] Patients with pusher syndrome had significantly lower ideomotor apraxia scores in all of the upper and lower limbs than patients without pusher syndrome. A significant difference was observed between the two groups in the existence of neglect. [Conclusion] We found that patients with pusher syndrome had more severe apraxic disorder in all of the upper and lower limbs than patients without pusher syndrome. Pusher syndrome may be attributable to disabilities in motor planning and execution, which are required to compensate for the partial damage to the postural control system.

著者

Gunsoo Han Myungsun Lee Byungjun Cho

出版者

The Society of Physical Therapy Science

雑誌

Journal of Physical Therapy Science (ISSN:09155287)

巻号頁・発行日

vol.23, no.3, pp.401-404, 2011 (Released:2011-08-05)

参考文献数

21

被引用文献数

3 4

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[Purpose] In order to succeed and achieve in sports, athletes need to enhance their specific athletic performance in competitions. Therefore, athletes seek to find the best training method for improvement. Stretch is a major part of athletic training preparation during in and off season. However, performing static stretch during warm-up session is controversial. Thus, the purpose of this study was to examine the effects of different stretches prior to a 40 m sprint and the Margaria-Kalamen Power Test on lower extremity power. [Subjects] Twenty-eight high school sprinters participated in this study. [Methods] They performed three 40 m sprints and the Margaria-Kalamen Power Test following the 12 weeks of different stretches. Repeated measures ANOVA was used for statistical analysis. [Results] The results show that after 12 weeks of intervention, 40 m sprint times and the Margaria-Kalamen Power test performance were significantly enhanced in dynamic stretch compared to static stretch. [Conclusion] We concluded that 12 weeks of dynamic stretch improved 40 m sprint times and leg power compared to static and mixed types of stretch programs. It should be noted that a dynamic stretch program enhanced lower extremity power in high school sprinters.

著者

Ji-Yeon Yoon Min-Hyeok Kang Jae-Seop Oh

出版者

The Society of Physical Therapy Science

雑誌

Journal of Physical Therapy Science (ISSN:09155287)

巻号頁・発行日

vol.23, no.4, pp.559-563, 2011 (Released:2011-09-22)

参考文献数

40

被引用文献数

4 8

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[Purpose] The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of visual biofeedback on the EMG ratio of the medial and lateral vasti muscles and on the lower extremity joint angles during squat exercises performed by subjects with femoral anteversion. [Subjects] Seventeen subjects (5 men, 12 women) with femoral anteversion participated in this study. [Methods] Subjects performed a double-leg squat with and without visual biofeedback using a laser beam fixed to a patella strap. The peak angles of hip internal rotation and knee valgus were analyzed using a 3D motion analysis system, and the vastus medialis oblique/vastus lateralis (VMO/VL) activity ratio was calculated using the value recorded by surface electromyography during the squat exercises. [Results] Significant decreases were found in the hip internal rotation angle and knee valgus angle, and a significant increase in the VMO/VL activity ratio was observed on the dominant side when performing a double-leg squat with visual biofeedback using a laser beam. [Conclusions] We suggest that laser-beam visual biofeedback would be used as an effective for improving VMO muscle strength and reducing the angle of hip internal rotation and knee valgus during squat exercises.